The Broncos’ playoff chances are just about nonexistent but they have some very important games coming up that will help determine the order of the draft.

Denver will play the Dolphins this week, who are currently slotted to pick at No. 10. Then the Broncos will face the Jets, who are currently two spots below Denver at No. 7. After that, the Broncos will play the Colts, who currently have the No. 4 pick.

Depending on which veteran quarterbacks become available in 2018 — Tyrod Taylor? Kirk Cousins? Eli Manning? Andrew Luck? — Denver would be wise to target a quarterback or an offensive tackle with their first pick in next year’s draft.